QID 352472

Date Published: 2021-07-14

QID 352472: Amazon Linux Security Advisory for postgresql92: ALAS-2021-1519

<DIV ID="issue_overview"> a flaw was discovered in postgresql where arbitrary sql statements can be executed given a suitable security definer function.
An attacker, with execute permission on the function, can execute arbitrary sql as the owner of the function. (
cve-2019-10208 ) a flaw was found in postgresql.
If a client application that creates additional database connections only reuses the basic connection parameters while dropping security-relevant parameters, an opportunity for a man-in-the-middle attack, or the ability to observe clear-text transmissions, could exist.
The highest threat from this vulnerability is to data confidentiality and integrity as well as system availability. (
cve-2020-25694 ) a flaw was found in postgresql.
An attacker having permission to create non-temporary objects in at least one schema can execute arbitrary sql functions under the identity of a superuser.
cve-2020-25695 ) </DIV>

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Allows unauthorized disclosure of information; allows unauthorized modification; allows disruption of service.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 8.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 6.8 severity.
  • Solution
    Please refer to Amazon advisory: ALAS-2021-1519 for affected packages and patching details, or update with your package manager.
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    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    ALAS-2021-1519 Amazon Linux URL Logo alas.aws.amazon.com/ALAS-2021-1519.html
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